Writing Ritual

I have discovered that all writers have their own style and rituals when it comes to their writing. Some write in evenings, some in mornings, and some during the middle of the day. Some writers edit as they go and won't move on until the edit is perfect while others write fast.

I tend to write a first draft fast and sloppy. I then reread and edit, hack, and hone. I tend to rewrite a novel several times before I dare show it to anyone. I use my cousin Evelyn as my first proof reader and she has an eagle-eye. I tend to write in the morning when I first get up because I tend to have a fresh brain. I would say that whatever works best for you is the best way to go. It's hard to go by someone else's writing ritual. I'd say as long as you write every day, you'll be fine. That is the secret though to publication, persistence. That along with a little talent, some publishing connections and a lot of luck. It's a brutal world out there and I can attest to the fact that every writer I know has tons of rejection slips. The select few who make it out of the slush pile are those who persist in pluggin' along, even when told their work sucks. Just remember that one editor might hate your writing and another might love it. As long as you're happy it doesn't matter.